Medical professionals sometimes need to intervene during labor and delivery due to complications. A Cesarean section can save a mother's life and prevent a child from developing permanent brain injury, for example. There are other interventions that can be helpful in...
Improper monitoring during labor can cause birth injuries
Birth injuries are among the most devastating potential consequences of medical malpractice. When physicians and other medical professionals make mistakes during labor and delivery, expectant parents and unborn children often pay the price. Birth injuries can cause...
Birth injuries can lead to a devastating future for the victims
A mother who goes into the hospital to have a baby usually expects that everything will go as planned. She likely thinks that she’ll have her little bundle of joy and go home in a few days. Most women don’t go to labor and delivery thinking that something...
Birth injury vs. defect: Why the distinction matters in your case
When it comes to your child's health, understanding whether their condition is a birth injury or a birth defect is crucial. This distinction not only affects medical treatment but also the legal avenues available to you. If you are seeking justice and compensation,...
What are the potential complications of perinatal stroke?
Welcoming a new baby into the world should be a time of joy and excitement. However, for some families, this special moment turns into a challenging journey due to unexpected complications like a perinatal stroke. Understanding the impact of a perinatal stroke and...
The key role of expert witnesses in birth injury cases
Birth injuries due to medical malpractice can cause severe consequences for families. When seeking compensation for birth injuries, expert witnesses can be crucial in building a case. But what can expert witnesses do, and how can they affect the legal process? If you...
The dangers of pelvic fractures caused by childbirth
Birth is a miraculous event, a moment of joy and anticipation. However, childbirth can sometimes result in injuries, leading to physical and emotional challenges. But what if the injury is more than just a natural consequence of childbirth? What if it was due to the...
C-section delays and your right to compensation
For many parents, welcoming a new life is a joyous occasion. They often trust medical professionals during this critical moment. So, when a doctor fails to perform a timely cesarean section, the results are often a heart-wrenching reality that some families must face....
When doctors use an off-label drug during labor with tragic results
Birth interventions can be beneficial for both a laboring mother and her unborn child. Properly administered and timely interventions can help prevent fetal distress and reduce maternal pain. Doctors have a cache of different interventions that they can employ for the...
What are the lasting effects of perinatal stroke?
A mother and the baby can be fragile during and after the pregnancy. Adequate examinations and attentive care can help improve the chances of a safe delivery. However, some medical issues can happen unexpectedly, no matter how prepared the mother and medical team are....